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Morgan Taylor Ooh La La Spring/Summer 2015 Swatches & Review

By Michelle Mismas on March 24, 2015
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Morgan Taylor Ooh La La

Francophiles will want to check out the new Paris-themed colors from Morgan Taylor. The Ooh La La collection for Spring/Summer 2015 blends a bit of whimsy with classic, feminine hues. Three full-coverage polishes are paired with a sparkling, pastel party glitter.
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Essie Spring 2015 Nail Art featuring Flowerista & Garden Variety

By Michelle Mismas on March 20, 2015
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Essie Spring 2015 Nail Art

Happy first day of Spring!! The days are getting longer, warm weather is just around the corner, and I’m kicking off the weekend with bright spring nails. Can it get any better? I mentioned in my Essie Spring 2015 review that Garden Variety and Flowerista were made to be worn together, so I used them for a scalloped nail art look.
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Essie Spring 2105 Flowerista Swatches & Review

By Michelle Mismas on March 19, 2015
in Berry, Essie, Gray, Green, Nude, Spring 2015, Teal with 4 Comments

Essie Spring 2015 – Flowerista

I couldn’t be more thrilled to see one of my favorite accessory designers, Rebecca Minkoff, working with one of my favorite nail polish brands. The Essie Spring 2015 Flowerista collection is the first one Minkoff had a hand in, and I’m already loving this partnership. Bright saturated shades are mixed with more neutral hues for a nice juxtaposition between bold and subdued.
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China Glaze Electric Nights Summer 2015 Swatches & Review

By Michelle Mismas on March 18, 2015
in Blue, China Glaze, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, Summer 2015, Yellow with 12 Comments

China Glaze Summer 2015 – Electric Nights

Calling all music fans. The festival season is coming, and whether you’re heading to Bonnaroo, the Governors Ball, or just dancing it out at home, China Glaze wants to deck out your tips and toes with club-ready brights. The China Glaze Electric Nights collection for Summer 2015 introduces nine bold hues and three neon top coats!
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St Patrick’s Day Nails with Morgan Taylor Later Alligator

By Michelle Mismas on March 17, 2015
in Green, Morgan Taylor, Nicole by OPI with 2 Comments

St Patrick’s Day Nails

I’m a strong believer that there is no such thing as too much green. St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect time to put that theory to the test. From my bright green loafers to my pool felt colored pea-coat to my Lucky Charms tee and shamrock accessories, I’m ready to be faux-Irish for a day.

This year, instead of doing nail art, I just want to wear a glorious new green that I’ve never used before. A deep dive into my Helmer unearthed Morgan Taylor Later Alligator. And with the perfectly-timed arrival of the Nicole by OPI Coca-Cola collection, my St. Patrick’s Day nails were born!
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